Loads of furniture of the bright and modern variety. Not really my style, but my friend who's into…read moreall things kitch regularly lusts after various things in here. It's better quality than Ikea, but with a price to match, and they have some unique lampstands and funky chairs that wouldn't have looked out of place in the 70s (in a good way). Definitely worth considering if you're buying a present for someone, or if you're into that sort of thing. If not, at least wander past and look at the window displays.

Great place for window shopping and browsing and for finding things you won't find elsewhere in…read moreOxford. Very modern and stylish.

A nice change from Ikea: this home store specialises in ranges of lighting and bits and bobs for…read morethe home. I don't own a house, but I still find the range of lamps, lightshades and quirky lampstands really intriguing. It's best to go in with an open mind and let yourself be drawn to something, rather than going in with a set idea of what you want. There are lots of things under the rather vague category of 'soft furnishings', which can range from bags to trays to ornaments. The general trend is colourful and contemporary, with the odd squirt of quirkiness. It's a bit different from the nearby antique shops, but it works. The items seem like good quality and the staff are helpful. Prices are reasonable and all in all it's worth a visit if you're into that sort of thing. Personally, I find it interesting, but can't quite get excited about lighting and soft furnishings. I guess you've got to do it at some point though, and you could do a lot worse than starting here.

Northlight is a fascinating shop just to browse around, and great if you're looking for an…read moreintriguing gift, especially for a style-conscious fella. I've received and given a few presents from there and they always go down a treat, especially when used to brighten up a gloomy student room. They have a selection of almost painfully elegant home furnishings, including cushions, throws, candles, decorative items They also sell crockery and other kitchenware as well as picnic bags and hand-made kids' toys. There are some quirky items of jewellery in a cabinet at the side, and lovely children's mobiles dangling from the ceiling. This is all crammed into a tiny shop (don't take a large bag with you!) with very friendly staff. I am so tempted by their lovely fruit bowls, sigh. It really isn't cheap, by the way, but if you are looking to treat someone (including yourself) then it is a great place to find an unusual present.

This is a wonderful shop with some beautiful pots and an owner who loves his craft.read more

I cannot count the amount of times that oxford brookes held a fancy dress nite (fubar) and this…read moreplace saved me time and time again. There are two floors to this shop although it is quite small. On the upper floor you will find balloons, ribbons, party plates and cutlery, and any other fancy dress themed decorative item for the home you can think of! To get to the lower floor you walk down the stairs where you can see a varied assortment of costumes hanging on the wall. Ive seen... nurse, pirate, witch, mermaid, policeman, maid...all the usual...and some odd ones like animal ones too! On the lower floor you will also find some funky glittery make up, a wacky range of glasses, every colour wig possible, hats such as cowboy hats, feather boa's and some funny stag/hen night adult stuff too. Even if you are not after a full fancy dress outfit you should pop in here. its a good laugh and i bet you will leave with something...from a large blow up hammer to a small quirky badge. This is defo the place to go for quirky party stuff or to add a bit of humour to a nite out!

Party Mania is a proper old-fashioned joke and fancy dress shop. There's every costume imaginable,…read morewith unbelievable ranges of false beards, wigs, cloaks, wands, daggers, swords and masks. There's face paint and other generic fancy dress items which can be re-used, as well as speciality outfits for themed parties and seasonal events like Halloween. The staff are very tolerant, as your inner child leaps about trying everything on and waving swords around like a pirate. There's a also a great variety of practical jokes and toys, so a great place for children to spend their pocket-money or for stocking fillers. At some points in the year they also stock reasonably-priced fireworks. The only problem is that it's so crammed with stuff, it can be hard to move, and some of the costumes are expensive. There's something for everyone here though, and you're guaranteed to come out with something even if you only go in to accompany a friend!

When I saw the signs for "Apple Orchard" near signs for the Hellfire Caves, I thought this might be…read morean actual orchard. In fact, it is a lovely shop, spanning several rooms and stories. They specialize in decor and furniture for your home, but the jewellery and cards downstairs caught my eye more. There were beautiful modern earrings there for 8 quid; I've seen similar earrings in San Francisco for $200! And the decorations and room designs make it a fun place to window shop, even if you have no interest in earrings or beds.

We have shopped here while visiting relatives in Bledlow ridge , we love the unusual gifts and…read moreitems for the home , we were looking for chicken inspired items and were not dissapointed , came home to scotland with a few lovely items and cant wait to visit the shop again , staff were exeptionaly helpfull :)

A really huge range of tiles to choose from - plenty of tiles in stock but even more that you can…read moreorder. Something for every budget from good standard porcelain floor tiles right up to Versace tiles (!!). A nice showroom and friendly, knowledgeable staff who had plenty of good advice about various tiles and all the sundries that go with them, grout, adhesive etc. The tiles I bought are now laid in my bathroom and look great so thanks for the tips.

From the owner: Our showroom is recognised as being one of the best tile showroom experiences available in the home…read morecounties and many of our architect clients refer to it as an extension of their own offices as it's a beautiful light open space that provides a wealth of creative influence and technical know how enjoyed by architects, designers and retail clients alike.